2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster

To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alpina B3 2005 Morgan Roadster
Make Alpina Morgan
Model B3 Roadster
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2500 mm


 

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